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Stuffed elephants and rhinos found in R460m animal smuggling bust

Spanish police have seized one of the largest hauls of taxidermy animals in history in a warehouse in Valencia.

Dressed to kill: Siv slips on a pair of high heels to make boxing challenge

After enduring a bitter defeat in the ring over the weekend at the hands of Naak MusiQ, Cassper Nyovest has the chance to redeem himself after being approached by a new challenger.

Spinners defy IPL, Covid-19 and Bangladesh to guide South Africa to emphatic victory

Spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer needed only an hour in Port Elizabeth on day four to take the remaining seven Bangladesh wickets as the Proteas win the test series 2-0.

Ronaldo’s lowest moment of a disastrous season

No matter how high his level of frustration, Cristiano Ronaldo’s behaviour after the match on Saturday night, was inexcusable.

“I’m stupid,” says Russian go-karter after Nazi salute

A 15-year-old Russian karter has apologised for performing a Nazi salute whilst standing on the podium after winning a race in Portugal on Sunday.

Letter From Mt Frere: ANC branches oppose efforts to fight corruption

South Africans are forced to watch helplessly as the ANC continues to pay lip service to fighting graft in the public service.

Bukiwe is ready for the long journey to South African boxing history

Bukiwe “Anaconda” Nonina is on a mission to make history by becoming the first South African female boxer to win the coveted World Boxing Council (WBC) belt.

Burkina Faso ex-president handed life sentence over killing of predecessor

The former president of Burkina Faso Blaise Compaoré has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in the 1987 assassination of Thomas Sankara, his predecessor and one time ally.

Tunisia considering Afcon stay-away to focus on World Cup

Shortly after Tunisia indicated they were considering staying away from next year’s Afcon to concentrate on the Qatar World Cup, the dates for the African showpiece qualifiers were rescheduled.

Hlatshwayo to be offered an escape route out of his Pirates nightmare

Former Bafana Bafana centre-back and captain Thulani “Tyson” Hlatshwayo is believed to be on his way out at Orlando Pirates.

Man City remains loyal to Kremlin-backed sponsor

Manchester City have come under pressure for maintaining their sponsorship deal with Marathonbet, a Kremlin-backed company, since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine.

LUCKY ON MONDAY: Dealing with pressure

“Youngsters, these days don’t know what pressure is,” said legendary Mexican golfer Lee Trevino.